2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
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2007 SsangYong Musso | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 78 L |